YOUNG PEOPLE
ERASMUS+

EU ACTSPORTS! Achieving Change Through Sport!

YOUTH EXCHANGES

Achieving Change Through Sport!

The Economic Crisis, Technological Innovations, Climate change, Migration, Globalization ... the world is changing quickly, and what role do young people have in this change? What tools do you need to be the protagonists of this movement?

Sport is certainly one of these and how do you use these?

With this youth exchange, British and other participants will discuss the themes of Active Citizenship, Social Inclusion, and Sport as a tool for integration. This exchange starts in England and then another European country, we will discover how Sport can be the engine of change, and how many other activities can have the same value. Together we will try to understand how young people can become Active Citizens within the English or another European country. Encountering many different realities, through discussion and dialogue we will learn much of social inclusion and use our imagination and creativity.

The total places available are 12.

The exchange is open to participants aged between 16 and 24.

The participation cost is €252, and it includes all related expenses: Food, Lodging, Travel.

Before departure we will organise some meetings for information/ training of the participants in the exchange group. To participate, fill out the form that is attached at the bottom of this page. Minors must also fill out the parents’ consent form, always attached.

Registration is open until the 30th September 2017. We will try to maintain a balance between genders and age of the participants, including those who have already participated in similar projects and those who have never participated.

By 15th October we will contact selected candidates.

For any questions or concerns you can contact Charles Yassin or Playne Kensington at the following addresses:

- charles@litc.org

- playne@litc.org

- Tel: 020 3397 0303

Visit the Video section of our website to find out about previous projects.

The Youth Exchange is organized by LITC and funded by the European Council, as part of the Erasmus + program. The program promotes youth mobility and 'new skills useful for the future, through the development of Non-Formal educational activities and through meetings between groups of young people from different countries.

Deporte de Europa

Deporte de Europa is LITC's first European Voluntary Service (EVS) project. EVS activity that allows young people aged 18-30 to take part in unpaid and full-time voluntary service for up to 12 months in another country within or outside the European Union. Young volunteers were given the opportunity to contribute to the daily work of organisations and bring community benefit, as well as develop their own skills. Voluntary service may take place in health and social care, environmental conservation or other community projects.

Deporte de Europa is an exceptional programme for young people Not in Employment, Education or Training aged 18 to 30 years of age, interested in volunteering in dynamic Sport for Development NGOs, Youth Community organisations and Local councils embedding key social and human rights themes within the organisation's current delivery.

Volunteers from the UK were given the opportunity to participate in an international training programme focused on promoting, encouraging and improving living conditions through a variety of training programs; sports, recreational, educational, and cultural. It encouraged sustained participation in Sport, reduced disengagement of Sports participants and promoted community values. LITC coordinated this programme with our partner organisation in Badalona, Spain.

The programme aims to enhance the volunteer's experience by learning new skills, gaining international experience, cultural exchanges and the opportunity to launch their own micro-projects working with local volunteers and professionals. Volunteers will expand their experience, knowledge and portfolios by undertaking practical work experience and training in Spain.

YOUTHPASS will be used throughout the volunteer diary; volunteers can review their daily progress before the final progress report at the end of the project.

What was involved?

An Erasmus+ Traineeship is a life changing experience for any young person, especially a volunteer interested in international experience, sports and NGO's.

· September 2016 - August 2017 (346 days)

· 5 days a week of volunteering

· Project management and training

Benefits to Apprentices/Participants

· Free Accommodation; Travel; Maintenance Grant; Flights

· Add evidence to your Portfolio

· Experience Work and Life abroad

· Develop new Work-based and Personal skills

· Free Cultural activities

· Opportunity to learn Spanish or Catalan

· Development in an international setting

· Free EVS training

· All costs of the Traineeships are covered by the EU

· Work Placements All work placements are with organisations where English is the primary spoken language and daily communication is carried out in English.

· Visit from a UK Assessor to observe your progression in your work placement

Accommodation

· Free Apartment in Spain

· Live with other Volunteers from London, UK

· Self-catering, so you can live independently

· Meet your Flatmates before you go out to Spain

Training

· Focused on Volunteering, Sports, Development and Project Management

· More evidence to add towards your Qualification

· Develop Language; Communication; Professional skills

· Learning about European Citizenship

· Certificates were appropriate; The UK's Health and Social Care Common Induction Standard. NCFE Personal, Social, Health Education certificate and Employability qualifications. LITC encourages UK volunteers to enrol into an Apprenticeship if they are seeking employment. However, an Apprenticeship takes 12 months to complete and so it would not be claimed during the project lifetime.

Why Spain?

The vibrant city of Badalona is the third most populated municipality in Catalonia. Just 10km from Barcelona, its growing economy makes it an exciting an interesting location. This historical city combines the beauty of old and new architecture a variety of fine beaches, mountains and picturesque backdrops. With a healthy commercial and cultural emphasis it has also has a strong history of practising a variety of sports. From the 19th century, Badalona was considered to be one of Spain's most important towns during the industrialisation process. The city is at the crossroads of Europe and has been enriched by different cultures which have influenced the city's development. The city is rich in architecture and the intensity of cultural life is overwhelming. The beauty of this Mediterranean city captures every visitor's attention and is now open to you for a year for free, to: work; train; and experience.

LITC would be conducting further EVS programs, if interested?

EVROPA Traineeships

EVROPA is a unique traineeship for young people aged 16 to 24 years of age, who are completing an Apprenticeship or undergoing Employability Training with LITC. The EVROPA Traineeships are a series of 21 day traineeships for UK Apprentices and Vocational Learners to participate in international vocational training programme and work placement with our specialist partner organisation in Prague, Czech Republic.

The programme aims to enhance the individual's experience of their existing job role, as well introduce aspiring jobseekers to workplace culture in an international setting. Apprentices will expand their experience, knowledge and portfolios by undertaking practical work experience and vocational training in the Czech Republic. The qualification gained from this traineeship contributes 20% towards the learner's final Apprenticeship portfolio.

What is involved?

An Erasmus+ Traineeship is a life changing experience for any young worker, especially someone completing an Apprenticeship.

· 21 days (3 weeks) in Prague

· 4 days per week work experience

· 1 day per week training

Benefits to Apprentices/and Participants

· Free Accommodation; Travel; Flights

· Add evidence to your Portfolio

· Experience Work and Life abroad

· Develop new Work-based and Personal skills

· Free Cultural activities

Benefits to Employers

· Development of your workforce in an international setting

· Free training

· All costs of the Traineeships paid by EU

Work Placements

All work placements are with organisations where English is the primary spoken language and daily communication is carried out in English.

· Visit from a UK Assessor to observe your progression in your work placement

Accommodation

· Free Apartment in Prague

· Live with other Apprentices from London, UK

· Self-catering, so you can live independently

· Meet your Flatmates before you go out to Prague

Training

· Focused on your Apprenticeship & your own Sector

· More evidence to add towards your Qualification

· Achieve ECVET credits, the European Credit qualification system

· Develop Language; Communication; Professional skills

Why Prague?

The vibrant city of Prague is becoming a truly international city with booming businesses in various professional fields. Due to the ever growing presence of international firms and companies all around the city, Prague is the ideal location for gaining valuable work experience. Prague has been the centre of political, cultural and economic activity in the Czech lands since 1000 A.D. The city is at the crossroads of Europe and has been enriched by different cultures which have influenced the city?s development. The city is rich in architecture and the intensity of cultural life is overwhelming. The magical charm of Prague captures every visitor?s attention and is now open to you for 3 weeks for free, to: work; train; and experience.

Interested?

EU SPORTASTIC

EU Sportastic! Youth Exchange programme took place between 01/07/2014 - 01/06/2015. It encouraged young people to participate in a Youth Exchange between the UK and Hungary, focusing on: increasing Sport participation; increasing Work-focused skills; and developing young people's understanding of Culture on a local, national and EU-level. Participants were aged 16 to 30 years old, currently Not in Employment, Education or Training (NEET), or had recently started an Apprenticeship after a period of unemployment. Participants had Skills needs, in particular: Communication; Inter-personal; Team; Work-based skills; Punctuality.

EU Sportastic! Focused on:

· Sport & Physical activities

· Skills development

· Cultural awareness

EU Sportastic! encouraged participation in life, work and sport, developing full rounded and mature individuals with the skills, mind-set and energy to engage with modern European life.

You can view photos and videos of our recent projects.
If you wish to participate in future Youth Exchanges, please express your interest here
You can read the final report here.